Knowing what to expect before and after surgery can help reduce concerns you might have. Our staff offers the latest in surgical patient education, providing complete instructions from pre-operative all they way through discharge.
Before surgery, you may be asked to:
- Stop smoking; it may constrict blood vessels and increase healing time
- Have blood, urine and other tests per your physician
- Stop taking certain medications which may increase the chance of bleeding
- Stop eating/drinking a certain number of hours before surgery
- Sign a consent form
After surgery:
- You will spend a few hours in recovery
- You will be moved to another room
- Our nursing staff will explain post-surgical care, including medications
- You will be provided detailed home care instructions and recommendations for follow-up
